1998 Eagle Talon vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Talon weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Eagle | Mazda |
| Model | Talon | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
